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Organising homework for a child with ADHD

Well-organised homework time can greatly reduce tension. A quiet place, a fixed schedule, tasks broken into steps and a timer: these simple landmarks help the child with ADHD get started and stay on track. Here is how to put them in place. Once established, this routine makes evenings much easier.

A dedicated place

A clear desk, away from the television and screens, with all the materials within reach. The fewer distractions, the better. Prepare the pencil case and materials in advance to avoid getting up constantly.

The article ADHD and homework covers this question in detail.

A fixed schedule

After a break and a snack, always at the same time. Consistency reduces negotiation. This regular appointment quickly becomes a habit.

This point is explained step by step in ADHD and routines.

Making a list

Start by listing what needs to be done, together with the child. Ticking off each completed task is motivating. This list gives a clear view of the work to be done.

To go further, read our article ADHD and planners.

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Starting with the easiest task

Starting with an easy task helps get going. Some children prefer, on the contrary, to do the hardest task first, when they are fresh: try it. Every child has their own way of getting started: observe what works.

We look at this point in more detail in ADHD and procrastination.

Short sessions

Work in short sessions, using a timer, followed by breaks of a few minutes to move about. These breaks recharge attention.

This topic is covered in our page ADHD and breaks in class.

A weekly planner

At secondary school, a visible planner helps spread out homework and anticipate tests. It helps avoid last-minute revision.

You will find more details in the article ADHD at secondary school.

Taking stock

Once homework is finished, check the schoolbag for the next day together. Praise them for their work. This end-of-day routine prevents forgetting things the next day.

Our article ADHD and schoolbags complements this advice.

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Frequently asked questions

How to organise homework for a child with ADHD ?

With a dedicated place, a fixed schedule, a list and short sessions. A dedicated place.

Where to start ?

With an easy task, or the hardest one depending on the child: try it. A fixed schedule.

Is a planner useful? ?

Yes, especially at secondary school. Short sessions.

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